News and updates from Cal OES
Safety Tips to Prepare For Heat
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages you to follow a few important steps to keep yourself, your loved ones, neighbors and pets safe during high heat. Check the forecast at weather.gov before making outdoor plans. If possible,...
Cooling Centers and Resources
High temperatures are forecast to impact Californians across the state, with some areas experiencing significantly higher-than-average conditions. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services encourages residents to visit their county’s community services...
Swift Water Safety: Take Precautions to Stay Safe
As Californians across the state experience warmer weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds everyone about the importance of being swift-water safe. Melting snow flowing into waterways can add to the volume and speed of the...
Critical Infrastructure Vital in Keeping Californians Safe
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services’ (Cal OES) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Unit helps protect California’s network of physical and virtual systems that keep our society running. Examples of critical infrastructure include phone...
Be Mindful of Vulnerable Communities When Temperatures Rise
As California heads into unseasonably warm temperatures, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds everyone that certain populations are at a higher risk for heat-related illnesses, including people with access and functional needs...